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Staff Accountant

Altivia
Full-time
On-site
Houston, Texas, United States

Job Details

Experienced
Houston TX Corporate Office - Houston, TX
Full Time
Bachelors Degree
Accounting

Job Posting Date(s)

10/25/2024

Description

Job Summary


As a Staff Accountant at ALTIVIA, you’ll play a key role in supporting the financial operations of our specialty chemicals and petrochemicals manufacturing assets. You’ll be responsible for recording, reporting, and analyzing financial data to provide insightful information to stakeholders, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial results. Working closely with the Vice President - Finance, you will gain hands-on experience and mentorship, growing into a financial expert within your area. This dynamic role offers an exciting opportunity to take on prominent projects, solve complex challenges, and be part of a fast-paced, innovative environment. If you're versatile, resourceful, and eager to make a tangible impact, this role is perfect for you.


Responsibilities



  • Handle the full-cycle accounting of chemical manufacturing business units, responsibility for generating the financial statements.

  • Prepare monthly variance analysis and reporting packages for management.

  • Coordinate and support activities across locations and departments.

  • Manage multiple deadlines and respond quickly to management requests.

  • Assist with monthly forecasting and annual budget preparation.

  • Prepare and maintain detailed desk procedures for respective areas of responsibility,

  • Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives, including accounting and business optimization projects.

  • Ensure adherence to and effectiveness of internal control in responsibility,

  • Facilitate internal and external audit needs.


Qualifications

Qualifications:


Required:



  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with 2-3 years of progressive accounting experience.

  • Knowledge of cost accounting principles, financial statement preparation, and analysis.

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.

  • Ability to multi-task, meet tight deadlines, and perform meticulous self-review of work products for quality in a dynamic environment.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel.


Preferred:



  • CPA certification.

  • Public accounting experience.

  • Knowledge of SAP, Chempax, Concur, and other ERP and software systems.


Benefits



  • Competitive salary and benefits package.

  • Medical, dental, vision, vacation, and 401K match.

  • Company paid parking and on-site gym.

  • Great office downtown with a great team environment and close to all amenities.


 


Why ALTIVIA?


We’re Different.

At ALTIVIA, chemistry isn’t just in the lab—it’s in the way we work together. We offer dynamic, multi-disciplinary roles and create personalized career paths that empower our team to grow and succeed together.


We Innovate.

ALTIVIA thrives on improvement and adaptability. Our team is made up of strategic thinkers and doers who are dedicated to operational excellence and safety, always pushing for better ways to work and respond to market changes.


We Collaborate.

At ALTIVIA, every voice matters. We believe that the best ideas come from collaboration, and we encourage input from every level of our business. Here, your ideas can make a real impact.


We Deliver.

Our goal is simple: to be a trusted supplier of high-quality products. With a focus on safety, quality, and reliability, our team works together to ensure our customers are always satisfied.


 


Equal Opportunity Employer:


ALTIVIA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or any other legally protected status.


 


Third-Party Agency Policy


At ALTIVIA, we value partnerships with third-party agencies and work with those who have a formal agreement through our Talent Acquisition team. If you’re interested in partnering with us, please reach out to Talent Acquisition directly to discuss opportunities. Please note that unsolicited resumes sent without an agreement will be considered the property of ALTIVIA and not subject to payment of recruitment fees.